2004 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | F550 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
